Councilor Doug Edwards Saco Ward 1

06/01/2026

S**o’s Conservation Commission is encouraging residents to choose native plants this season!

Maine’s native plants are perfectly adapted to our climate, which makes them hardy, low‑maintenance, and beautiful year‑round. By choosing native species, you support local pollinators and wildlife, conserve water, and help protect the natural character that makes S**o such a special place to call home. Even small changes in your yard can make a meaningful difference for our local environment.

Start simple! Try swapping in a few native plants, let a corner of your lawn grow a little wilder, or take a moment to learn which invasive species to watch out for.

Together, let’s help S**o bloom!

To learn more about Maine’s native plants – visit the Maine Audubon Native Plant Finder: mainenativeplants.org/maine-native-plant-finder.

Join the Conservation Commission for an Invasive Plant Removal Demonstration Day on Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 AM behind the S**o Community Center (75 Franklin Street). Look out for more details coming soon!

Pictured: Plantings at Diamond Riverside Park include a variety of native species, such as this blooming foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia).

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

📣New program alert!

Registration is now open for The Golf Club, a six-week introductory golf program! Participants will learn the basics of golf and also travel to local mini golf courses and driving ranges!

When: Monday evenings, July 6-August 10
5:00PM-7:00PM
Who: Children entering grades 3-5
Where: Drop-off at C.K. Burns School
Fee: $60 resident; $65 non-resident

Spaces are limited, head to sacorec.com for more information and to register today! ⛳️

05/29/2026

An update on Pride in the Park.

After monitoring the forecast closely, we've made the decision to move Pride in the Park from May 30 to August 1, 2026 with a rain date of August 2nd. Saturday's forecast calls for significant wind gusts, temperatures in the mid-50s, and up to a 100% chance of rain. Potentially unfavorable conditions are forecasted to continue into Sunday, our published rain date, and participants have expressed a lack of availability.

Pride is bigger than a month, and this celebration deserves better than a cold, rainy afternoon. August gives us the full, vibrant event this community deserves.

If you're already registered, you don't need to do anything. Your spot carries over automatically. We'll share updated details as we get closer.

Thank you for your patience and your support. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

05/24/2026

Hello PRIDE in the Park Supporters,

We have some exciting news to share — PRIDE in the Park is now FREE for everyone to attend, including the Color Run!

As we continue planning this celebration, we’ve been thinking deeply about accessibility and the financial strain many individuals and families are experiencing right now. PRIDE is about community, inclusion, and showing up for one another, and we want to make sure cost is never a barrier to participation.

Because of this, we have made the decision to open the entire event as a free community celebration, including participation in the Color Run.

If you previously purchased Color Run tickets, you have two options:

1. Receive a refund
We are happy to issue a full refund for your ticket purchase.

2. Donate your ticket purchase to S**o Main Street
If you’re in a position to do so, you may choose to convert your ticket purchase into a donation to S**o Main Street to help support community events like PRIDE in the Park, downtown programming, and inclusive celebrations for all.

Please let us know by 5/28 (if you paid you should receive an email, reply to that!) and let us know whether you would like a refund or would prefer to donate your ticket purchase.

PLEASE STILL USE THE LINK TO PREREGISTER, if you are running a waiver must be signed.

Most importantly — please help us spread the word! Share the event with your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors so we can make this year’s PRIDE in the Park a joyful, welcoming, and well-attended celebration for our entire community.

05/24/2026